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Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated April 2026
Independence of the Seas is the larger vessel at 154,407 GT, 7% more than Disney Wish's 144,000 GT. Built in 2022, Disney Wish is 14 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Disney Wish edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.6:1, meaning more crew per guest.
Score: 4 – 3
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Category
Disney Wish
Independence of the Seas
Size
144,000 GT
154,407 GT
Passengers
4,000
4,370
Year Built
2022
2008
Crew Ratio
1:2.6
1:3.2
Space Ratio
36.0
35.3
Decks
—
—
Length
341m
339m
From Price
$1,072.48/pp
$1,225.89/pp
Comparison Verdict
Independence of the Seas is the larger vessel at 154,407 GT, 7% more than Disney Wish's 144,000 GT. Built in 2022, Disney Wish is 14 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Disney Wish edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.6:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Independence of the Seas |
| Capacity | Independence of the Seas |
| Modernity | Disney Wish |
| Service | Disney Wish |
| Spaciousness | Disney Wish |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | Disney Wish |
| Fleet Power | Independence of the Seas |
Bottom line: Disney Wish leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Modernity. Choose Disney Wish for overall superiority; pick Independence of the Seas if its strengths matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Disney Wish if...
- You want the newer ship (built 2022, 14yr newer)
- Better service ratio (2.6:1 crew ratio)
- More space per guest (36.0 GT/pax)
- Save $153.41/person on sailings
Choose Independence of the Seas if...
- Size matters to you (154,407 GT)
- More onboard variety (4,370 guests)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We compute scores across 8 categories using real spec data: gross tonnage, passenger capacity, crew capacity, year built, length, deck count, space ratio, and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40; mass-market ships often fall in the 30-40 range.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
Passengers per crew member. Lower is better, more staff per guest means better service. Luxury lines aim below 2:1; large mainstream ships may be 3-4:1.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices are sourced from Cruisebound and reflect real-time availability. They may change based on cabin type, date, and demand. Click through to see the latest fares.
Can I compare more than two ships?
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